With the release of the Clear System into Target retailers, Geologie is ‘really excited’ to get products ‘into more hands,’ including those of Gen Z consumers, regardless of gender identity.
From L’Oreal and Olay to Procter & Gamble and Shiseido, companies across the beauty industry are embracing AI technology with open arms. But what are the risks of incorporating AI technology into business practices, and how can beauty companies protect...
In this Q&A, we interviewed Jami Mitchell, Director of Research & Development at ingredients manufacturer and product formulator Cohere Beauty, and Claudia Barba, PhD, Technical Services Manager, Beauty and Personal Care at global chemical and...
The market research firm examined the current state of the beauty industry with a focus on key drivers of successful performance in 2023 and the indicators for continued success in 2024.
By incorporating collagen peptides with a lower molecular weight, the Designs for Health supplement reportedly offers more efficient digestibility ‘into individual amino acids and di- and tripeptides.’
The Midwest Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (MWSCC) conference will feature a keynote address from Chris Kanik, CEO and Founder of Smart Cups, as well as a Technical Symposium, over 150 exhibitors on the expo floor, a Presentation Theater,...
From a global view of crucial market influences to the subtle nuances of communication and conversational AI on personal care product commerce, this year’s PCPC Annual Meeting touched on a wide range of pressing industry topics.
Rising consumer demand for ethically produced cosmetic products continues to climb to dizzying heights in 2024 – but how do manufacturers and suppliers navigate the conversation surrounding best practices for ingredient sourcing and impact shifting of...
Groundhog Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow this year and an early spring should be just around the corner – but that doesn’t stop the cumulative effects of harsh winter weather on skin, hair, and nails.
The recent launch of TikTok Shop has opened the platform for beauty brands to engage with consumers through an avenue of e-commerce that affords the opportunity to ‘combine America’s top entertainment program’ with ‘what has the potential to become a...
Inspired by a recent viral heatless hair curling trend on TikTok, Robecurls was one of the first brands to capitalize on a growing market share – and has now fully commercialized its efforts with a launch into Target stores across the US.
As a skin care brand focused on developing products for travel enthusiasts, Cotarde experienced exceptional hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this Q&A, we learned how the brand adapted to the changing industry landscape to survive.
The brand joins over 20 other Unilever brands to carry PETA’s animal test-free certification, certifying that Axe ‘does not conduct or commission any animal tests on ingredients or finished products,’ and pledges ‘not to do so in the future.’
The recently completed transaction is a ‘strong cultural fit’ for both companies and will help Shiseido strengthen its portfolio to ‘further accelerate growth and increase profitability in the Americas region.’
The National Advertising Division of the BBB National Programs issued several key determinations regarding advertising claims made by men’s natural personal care brand Dr. Squatch, including supporting the brand’s ‘No Harmful Ingredients’ claims, while...
In part two of this two-part series, we spoke to Eleonora Mazzilli, Trend Localization & Business Development Director, North America at BEAUTYSTREAMS for her thoughts on current accessibility issues facing the beauty industry and potential ways to...
A misaligned marketing strategy? The inflationary economy? Or a casualty of an overcrowded beauty market? We examine why once-popular beauty brands can rapidly lose footing…
In part one of this two-part series, CosmeticsDesign interviewed Eleonora Mazzilli, Trend Localization & Business Development Director, North America at BEAUTYSTREAMS for her insights into the platform’s recently released whitepaper on accessible...
The viral-sensation hand sanitizer brand attributes its success to a combination of social media engagement, innovative product design, and lifestyle branding.
CreatorIQ Director of Content Marketing Alexander Rawitz recently presented his analysis of social media influencer trends and their impact on beauty brand popularity at CEW’s State of the Beauty Industry digital event. Using his analysis, he shares his...
In vitro and in vivo testing conducted by specialty chemical manufacturer Lubrizol Life Sciences demonstrated Stevisse ‘helped promote similar activities to retinoic acid’ like reducing the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots while ‘minimizing skin...
Launching into the retailer’s online store today and on brick-and-mortar shelves early next month, Dieux is expanding its brand presence in response to rising consumer demand.
The ‘one-stop-shop’ for self-care experiences and beauty retail will feature first of their kind experiences from both brands and will also include local brands in its lineup.
Kobi utilizes ‘high-quality, naturally-derived, allergy-friendly, and kid-safe ingredients in its product line of personal care products like the brand’s Natural Sport Deodorant.
The visionOS app is ‘one of the first digital shopping experiences’ for the new Apple device, featuring interactive content and including Apple Pay integration for a seamless consumer shopping experience.
With a focus on authenticity and strong social media presence to drive growth, celeb beauty brands are setting the stage for success in the beauty industry in 2024.
The renewal and extension of successful licensing partnerships with top German fragrance brands will help to further strengthen the beauty company’s market share.
Key takeaways from the survey are that ‘consumers want change from brands,’ emphasizing the importance of clean beauty practices on consumer purchasing, including reducing plastic packaging and transparency in a brand’s sustainability efforts.
The brand’s global presence will now include retailer giant Walmart, which is carrying some of Manscaped’s best-selling grooming tools and personal care products.
The platform offers an individualized approach to ongoing consumer skin care shopping experiences – and provides beauty brands with invaluable data insights that can support the ingredient and product formulation R&D process.
The new year is the perfect time to start a new routine, and this month’s Launch Pad is focused on topical products with effective active ingredients to help consumers put their best face forward.
Shiseido’s decision to add cosmeceutical brand Dr. Dennis Gross to its portfolio could have been influenced by the increasing ‘medicalisation’ of beauty, says one analyst.
On Tuesday 30th January at 2.30pm (GMT)/3.30pm (CET), we will air a two-hour broadcast dedicated to uncovering the mindset and values of the ‘next generation consumer’. As we unveil beauty industry trends for 2024 and beyond, we’ll put a special focus...
Consumer brand engagement is playing a greater role in product formulation than ever before in 2024, as ‘zero- and first-party data’ provides ‘a whole new level of insight’ into beauty buyer’s purchasing habits.
The company’s certification by The Vegan Society encompasses over 4,000 ingredients across 1,000 products, bringing The Body Shop’s portfolio from 60% vegan formulations to 100%.
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The brand is bringing its clean, natural, vegan products to CVS shelves across the US through a ‘new distribution channel’ which ‘creates another convenient avenue for customers.’
A growing number of US brands are embracing the psycare trend, much to the delight of burned-out beauty product consumers searching for a whole mind and body wellness experience from their beauty routines and products.
Clean supplement brand HUM Nutrition will now offer some of its ‘best-selling’ products, including Flatter Me, Daily Cleanse, Private Party, and newly launched Hormone Balance supplements in the retailer’s beauty section.
The system, which can ‘house a multitude of products’ in one refillable container, supports the company’s mission for improving sustainability and reducing packaging waste.
The newly founded limited liability company will focus on companies in the beauty wellness space focused on ‘novel technologies, innovative platforms, high-growth brands, and new business models.’
In this Q&A, we interviewed Eleonora Mazzilli, Trend Localization & Business Development Director, North America at insights platform BEAUTYSTREAMS; Rohan Widdison, CEO of cosmetics manufacturer New Laboratories; Monica Ademino, Executive Director,...
As 2023 draws to a close, we revisit this recurring quarterly segment for updates on recent noteworthy employment movements within the cosmetics and personal care product industries - from board appointments to career changes.
Top articles include deep-dive interviews with company executives who have launched personalized skin care platforms, insights into how generative AI can benefit beauty brands, and more.
Following a brief hiatus, CosmeticsDesign’s Launch Pad is back! This month’s edition is packed with nourishing product launches to help revitalize dry winter skin and hair.
In the report, GAO examined research on cosmetic ingredient safety and FDA implementation efforts of MoCRA thus far, which concluded with seven recommendations to 'strengthen FDA's efforts to implement its new cosmetic safety oversight responsibilities,...
To become more sustainable and provide consumers with a more effective product formulation, Shedavi worked with its suppliers to design and relaunch its flagship products with recycled plastic and paper packaging and updated ingredients for greater efficacy.
Austrian skin care RINGANA is forecasting 10% growth this year, partly due to a successful initial product launch into the Mexican market as part of a larger long-term growth strategy to expand into Latin America.
Laguna Herbals founder and product formulator discusses the nuances of utilizing ocean-inspired ingredients for the natural and sustainable product formulations behind the brand's Ocean Line.
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